How to ensure success in digital transformation

We have reached the final chapter of the book and it is time for us to put everything we have learned together to execute a successful digital transformation. In this section, we will discuss the critical success factors for ensuring that your digital transformation achieves your goals. We will discuss the following eight factors that will be critical to achieving a successful transformation for your entire organization or for a single project:

• Know what you are trying to accomplish
• Complete the right proof of concept
• Obtain organizational support and resources
• Select initial teams and projects wisely
• Align your culture and hone your team's skills
• Do what you said you would
• Measure your progress
• Scale cautiously

Next, we will look at each success factor in more detail.

Know what you are trying to accomplish

Before you begin your digital transformation, it is important to have a clear...